1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1982 Toyota Tercel is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 111 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
